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What is
Transactional Analysis?
(TA)
These pages are intended to offer basic
introductory information about some of the concepts developed within
Transactional Analysis. They do not form a substitute for undertaking TA
training.
To become Certified as a qualified Transactional Analyst takes
around four years, and to become a trainer of Transactional Analysts takes
an average of a further five years.
However, TA concepts can be, and
are used on an everyday basis for personal and professional development.
We would recommend undertaking the Official Introductory Course in
Transactional Analysis - the "TA 101".
Transactional Analysis is a
theory developed by Dr. Eric Berne in the 1950's. Originally trained in
psychoanalysis, Berne wanted a theory which could be understood and
available to everyone and began to develop what came to be called
Transactional Analysis (TA).
A Social Psychology
TA is a social psychology and a method to improve communication. It outlines how we have developed into who we are, how we relate and
communicate with others, and offers suggestions and interventions which will enable
us to change and grow. TA is underpinned by the philosophy that:
- people can change
- we all have a right to be in the world and be accepted
TA is now gathering worldwide attention
Once slighted as a simplistic
model, TA is now gathering worldwide attention. It originally suffered
much from the popularised writings in the 1960's. Also, summarised
explanations, such as this, which can necessarily only touch briefly on some of the concepts
in TA, led some readers to believe that there was very little to the theory. Many
did not realise how long and complex TA training is. Today there is
greater understanding of TA. More and more people are taking the four to
five year part-time training courses to qualify, and increasingly
universities are accrediting these courses for masters degrees. Those
taking training include psychiatrists, organisational and management
consultants, teachers, social workers, designers, engineers and the
clergy. Today TA is used in psychotherapy, organisations, educational and
religious settings.
TA is truly an international theory relating to a diverse range of cultures. Theoretical
concepts within the TA world are constantly being challenged and developed
making it a rich dynamic process. However, TA continues to develop and change,
paralleling the processes we encourage in ourselves and others. Use the links on the lower left hand side of this section of the website to explore some of the key concepts.
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